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FIB 460

1983 Mercedes-benz 500

White Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

135,119 mi
Last recorded135,119 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2008
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 500101,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIB 460
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2008 135,119 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 135,116 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 13,505 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2005 13,505 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 500?

Based on 45,594 MOT tests across 4,342 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
868
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
4,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,248
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,110
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,020
brake binding 868
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 807
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FIB 460 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 500 in White with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 101,945 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 500 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,248 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FIB 460, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FIB 460?

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What year was FIB 460 registered?

FIB 460 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FIB 460 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIB 460 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FIB 460 have outstanding finance?

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